2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2006 Ford F-250 and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2792 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |